Bilafond La
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| Bilafond La | |
|---|---|
| Elevation | 5,450 metres (17,881 ft) |
| Location |  India |
| Range | Eastern Karakoram Range |
Bilafond La (meaning "Pass of the Butterflies"), also known as the Saltoro Pass, is a mountain pass situated on Saltoro Ridge, which sits immediately west of the vast Siachen Glacier. Currently held by India, the pass lies near the line of control dividing Indian- and Pakistani-administered territory.
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[edit] References
- Close C, Burrard S, Younghusband F et al (1930). ""Nomenclature in the Karakoram: Discussion"". The Geographical Journal 76 (2): 148-158.
- "A Slow Thaw", Time.
